Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine
3/4 Early Assurance B.S./D.O. Joint Degree Program
Bachelor of Science degree from Adelphi University/Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Touro College

The Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (TouroCOM) located in New York City is focused on preparing students to become osteopathic physicians places special emphasis on teaching and learning in the areas of primary care with a holistic approach to patient wellness. TouroCOM is committed to identify and recruit students who have specific interest in practicing in underserved communities.

Qualified high school graduates desirous of obtaining a degree in Osteopathic Medicine via this articulated program will meet the requirements and qualifications for admission established by Adelphi University. The joint decision to accept a student into this articulated program will be made in a manner consistent with the published admissions requirements by a combined admissions committee consisting of both Adelphi University and TouroCOM faculty. Students admitted to the undergraduate phase of the curriculum will be classified initially as fully matriculated students to Adelphi University, but not TouroCOM. A conditional acceptance will be made to these students, prior to or following matriculation at Adelphi University. The conditional acceptance to TouroCOM will be based on the student's acceptance by an Adelphi University and TouroCOM combined admission's committee, successful completion of the Adelphi University pre-professional undergraduate course of study, and successful completion of the TouroCOM admission requirements. No explicit or implicit guarantee of acceptance into the professional phase of the curriculum at TouroCOM will by offered to any candidate by anyone connected with this program or in any official or unofficial publication until such candidate successfully meets and fulfills all of the prescribed requirements.

To be considered for the 3/4 Early Assurance Program upon application to Adelphi University directly from high school:

1. Must have total SAT scores of at least 1300 on the verbal and math sections, with a math score of at least 650
2. Must have a high school grade point average of at least 93%
3. Should be in the upper 10% of their high school
4. Must have a definite interest in the profession of Osteopathic Medicine and have explored it
5. Must show evidence of community involvement
6. Must have reasonable communication and interpersonal skills
7. Submit to a Pre-Medical Council interview
8. Must adhere to conditions set by Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine regarding admission.

To be considered once attending Adelphi University and to maintain standing in the 3/4 Early Assurance Program, students:.

1. Must have an overall GPA of at least 3.5
2. Must have an overall GPA of at least 3.5 in math and science courses taken with no individual grade below a "C"
3. Must have a definite interest in the profession of Osteopathic Medicine and have explored the field including shadowing an Osteopathic Physician.
4. Must show evidence of community involvement
5. Must have reasonable communication and interpersonal skills
6. Submit to a Pre-Medical Council interview and review.
7. Must adhere to conditions set by Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine regarding admission.
8. Must be able to complete the Adelphi University pre-professional curriculum within 3 years as well as the requirements for conditional acceptance.
9. Must adhere to conditions set by Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine regarding admission.

Transfer students cannot be admitted into the program

TouroCOM Curriculum Requirements

The curriculum for the pre-professional undergraduate course of study at Adelphi University will be determined by the requirements necessary for the granting of the Bachelor of Science Degree by Adelphi University at the time of successful completion of the first year of study at TouroCOM. The pre-professional undergraduate curriculum, taken at Adelphi University, will include all of the courses required by TouroCOM as part of its admission requirements that are clearly described in a current TouroCOM catalog.

TouroCOM Admission Requirements

TouroCOM will consider for conditional acceptance all students who have successfully completed the pre-professional phase of their program at Adelphi University. They will be accepted into the first year of instruction at TouroCOM provided the following conditions have been met:

1. The satisfactory completion of the entire pre-professional curriculum with a minimum overall GPA of 3.5 (on a scale of 0 to 4.0), minimum science GPA of 3.5 (on a scale of 0 to 4.0).
2. A minimum score of 24 on the MCAT with no subset scores less than 6, taken within 3 years of the potential applicant start date to TouroCOM.
3. A personal interview by the TouroCOM Admissions and Standards Committee, a positive recommendation to accept the candidate, and ultimate approval of that recommendation by the Dean of TouroCOM. This interview will occur during the joint admissions review process in the spring of the student's Junior year at Adelphi University.
4. Demonstrate a commitment to study osteopathic medicine. This commitment could be demonstrated by volunteering in a medical setting, shadowing an osteopathic physician, becoming knowledgeable on osteopathic medicine.

The Bachelor of Science Degree will be conferred by Adelphi University after the successful completion of the first year of study at TouroCOM.

For additional information, please contact the Department of Biology at 516.877.4200 or the Office of Pre-Professional Advising and Fellowships at 516.877.3140.